JAKE – 12012

Jake

Hello, my name is Jake. My animal id is #12012. I am a male tan dog at the Brooklyn Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 2 years 1 weeks old.

I came into the shelter as a owner surrender on 07-Nov-2017, with the surrender reason stated as animal behaviour – aggressive towards people.

Jake is at risk for behavior concerns (New Hope Only behavior determination). Dog has growled and snapped with some handling, showing an discomfort with touch in certain areas. Due to Jake’s bite history, we recommend a home without children. He has shown restraint in the care center and has not demonstrated any warnings of aggression, but when highly aroused Jake has shown a willingness to bite.

Details on my behavior are…

Jake had a loose body during intake and was barking when he heard the other dogs. He sniffed counselor and then continued to explore the office. His owner collared him without any issues, he was not growling or snapping at anyone and was eliciting attention from his owner and her Mother.

Date of Intake: 11/7/2017

Spay/Neuter Status: Not Applicable

Basic Information:: Jake is a tan, small mixed breed male who was not neutered prior to coming into the shelter. He was an owner surrender due to unpredictable, aggressive behaviors. He was found as a stray and had been in his owners home for three months. He has no known health issues or injuries, and last saw a vet when he got his vaccinations on 10/27/2017.

Previously lived with:: In home with owner

How is this dog around strangers?: Jake is described as being outgoing with strangers. He will bark at first and then when he sniffs them, he will wag his tail and seek attention from them.

How is this dog around children?: Jake has not spent time around children before.

How is this dog around other dogs?: Jake has interacted with other dogs and is playful and respectful around them. He enjoys playing with them and has always had positive interactions.

How is this dog around cats?: Jake has lived with a cat and was relaxed and very tolerant. The two would often play together and when the cat would swat at Jake, he would immediately retreat and sense the situation.

Bite history:: Jake has bitten his owner before but has never bitten another animal.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: High

Has this dog ever had any medical issues?: No

For a New Family to Know: Jake is described as being friendly, affectionate and playful. His owner had bathed him when she first got him without any problems, but recently he will growl and bare his teeth at her if she tries to give him a bath. He will allow her to brush him, and she has not tried to trim his nails. He listens when he is directed to get off the furniture but he will growl if she tries to push him off. He likes to follow his owner around when she is home and also likes to follow her cat around. He likes to play with balls, stuffed toys and squeaky toys. He has been an indoor dog, eats both wet and dry food, and likes milk bones as treats. He is house trained to go outside on any surface, and knows the commands come and down. He likes to walk, jog and run for exercise but always on leash.

Date of intake:: 11/7/2017

Spay/Neuter status:: No

Means of surrender (length of time in previous home):: Owner surrender

Previously lived with:: 1Adult 1 Cat

Behavior toward strangers:: Jake is outgoing will seek attention.

Behavior toward children:: Unknown

Behavior toward dogs:: Jake is respectful and playful.

Behavior toward cats:: Jake is relaxed and tolerant.

Bite history:: Yes, The owner stated she was playing with Jake and after a while she sat on the couch. She removed the items from her lap and went to nudge him on. He was growling and bared his teeth. He then turned and bit her finger, and her left knee. afterwards Jake ran and hid under a chair.

Housetrained:: Yes

Energy level/descriptors:: Jake is described as friendly ,affectionate, and playful. He’s reported to have a high energy.

Other Notes:: Jake has been known to growl when being pushed off of the furniture.

Date of assessment:: 11/15/2017

Look:: 2. Dog pulls out of Assessor’s hands each time without settling during three repetitions.

Summary:: Jake was nervous during the handling assessment. At one point solicits attention from the assessor(Rubs shoulder), but than avoids eye contact and turns away.

Date of intake:: 11/7/2017

Summary:: Jake was loose and wiggly during the handling assessment.

Date of initial:: 11/7/2017

Summary:: Difficult to handle, struggles and snaps

ENERGY LEVEL:: His previous owner describes Jake as an energetic, friendly dog. Jake displayed medium energy and movement throughout assessment. He will need daily mental and physical activity to keep him engaged and exercised.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: NEW HOPE ONLY

Behavior Asilomar: TM – Treatable-Manageable

Recommendations:: No children (under 13),Place with a New Hope partner

Recommendations comments:: No children: Jake appears to become uncomfortable with up close handling, for these reasons we advise against a home with children at this time. New hope only: Due to all noted concerns displayed in a home environment, the behavior department recommends Jake be placed with a New Hope placement partner who is able to provide an experienced adult-only foster home. A period of decompression is recommended to allow Jake to acclimate comfortably to her new environment; force-free, reward based training only is advised when introducing Jake to new and unfamiliar situations. Consultation with a professional trainer/behaviorist is highly recommended for guidance to safely manage/modify any behavior Jake presents with outside of the care centers.

Potential challenges comments:: Dog has growled and snapped with some handling, showing an discomfort with touch in certain areas. It is important to avoid touching Jake’s paws at this time and being cautious when touching him in other areas as we do not know where he may have other sensitivities. Positive reinforcement, reward based training should be used to pair touch with good things such as food rewards in order to teach Jake to be more comfortable with handling. Bite history: Due to Jake’s bite history, we recommend a home without children. He has shown restraint in the care center and has not demonstrated any warnings of aggression, but when highly aroused Jake has shown a willingness to bite.

Lineman, you have previously emailed the Urgent Helpdesk about several dogs and will be aware that you will need to apply to several New Hope rescues if you are serious about fostering or adopting Jake. Please follow through by submitting applications. Thank you. Urgent Helpdesk Moderator

These lists are too big! Another 10 super awesome dogs fighting for their lives today. Please let’s do what we can. 🤞
Jake is such a cute fella and still a youngster! He desperately needs a chance. Someone please see the goodness and potential in little Jake. #SaveJake
Praying and sharing with lots of love and hope! 🐾💜🙏🏻

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